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Legal Assistant

Certificate

Start your career in law with a Certificate in Legal Studies

Earning the TCC credential qualifies you for entry-level positions in general practice law firms or as a legal assistant

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U.S. News & World Report ranks paralegal in the top 20 social service careers and in the top 100 of all careers.

Tidewater Community College’s Certificate in Legal Assistant prepares you to work under the supervision of an attorney. You can specialize in general practice, litigation or a combination of both.

As a paralegal, you’ll conduct research, prepare documents and perform substantive legal tasks that benefit the client. Earning the TCC certificate qualifies you for entry-level positions in general practice law firms or as a legal assistant with a trial-work concentration dependent upon the elective you choose.

If you’re currently employed as a paralegal in general practice, consider upgrading your skills with our certificate.

Program note: Legal assistants and paralegals cannot give legal advice to members of the public. Most jurisdictions impose significant penalties for the unauthorized practice of law. This program is not intended to give legal advice to students or to educate or train students to give legal advice or otherwise engage in the unauthorized practice of law.

Veterans, transitioning military, spouses and dependents: TCC’s Center for Military and Veterans Education provides academic guidance and help in maximizing your GI Bill® and other educational benefits.

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